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The number of young and diverse callers will increase in 2025, according to the US National Gambling Helpline

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Kathryn Evans, Audience Research and Development Executive

Almost half (49.48%) of all contacts are individuals between the ages of 18 and 34, continuing the trend of younger generations seeking support. In its 2025 annual report released last week, the US National Problem Gambling Helpline reported major changes in the profile of those seeking help. The helpline, which handles calls, texts and web … Read more

As more athletes talk openly about depression, anxiety and suicide, a small number of fans are weaponizing it.

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A young black woman in a red jersey dribbles a basketball.

On a cool Tuesday night in Columbia, South Carolina, a fan of the Columbia Fireflies minor league baseball team plays this song to an opposing batter named Marcos Torres. “Marco!” one fan calls. “Polo!” six fans responded, imitating a pool game. The batter swings and whiffs. The cacophony begins again. “Marco!” “Polo!” Baseball fans are … Read more